Health Unit Coordinator- Acute Care

Beloit Health System•Beloit, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Beloit Health System is seeking a dedicated Health Unit Coordinator to join our Acute Care Teams in our Medical Surgical & Intermediate Units at Beloit Memorial Hospital. This role provides clerical and administrative support to the nursing team, acting as a crucial communication link between providers, patients, families, and hospital departments. The Health Unit Coordinator ensures smooth daily operations by monitoring electronic medical records, processing physician orders, coordinating communication, and supporting exceptional patient care.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent education required
Typing skills of 20 wpm and computer skills
Ability to work independently and to react calmly and effectively to emergency situations
Excellent communication technique

Nice To Haves

Completed basic EKG course and/or score 85% or higher on BMH EKG exam within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Professionally answer and direct calls from patients, family members, physicians, and ancillary departments.
Monitor cardiac telemetry and promptly notify nursing staff of any changes.
Obtain and accurately document vital signs, reporting any abnormal findings in a timely manner.
Maintain proficiency with all computer and electronic health record systems.
Communicate information and relay messages accurately and efficiently to providers, nursing staff, and other departments.
Prepare, maintain, and organize patient charts.
Demonstrate flexibility in daily assignments and responsibilities.
Perform cardiac monitoring duties and appropriately report changes in patient status.
Serve as the unit receptionist and assist with ordering and maintaining supplies.
Answers and directs calls from patients, family members, physicians, and ancillary departments in a professional and pleasant manner.